FSU College of Social Work Dean Search 2026

Florida State University (FSU) invites nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for the position of Dean in the College of Social Work. The University seeks a dynamic and passionate leader and scholar who will advance social work research and support the College's mission of preparing professionals who enhance human well-being.

The University has retained WittKieffer to assist with this national search.

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Alejandra Gillette-Teran and Bree Liddell at FSUSocialWorkDean@wittkieffer.com

• Position Profile (TBA)    

Search Committee Chair:

• Dr. Tim Chapin, Dean, College of Social Sciences and Public Policy

Search Committee Members:

• Fran Gomory, Director of MSW Program, College of Social Work Faculty
• Jessica Greil-Burkhart, Chair of Academic Affairs Subcommittee, College of Social Work Faculty
• Nan Hillis, University Patron and Donor
• Beth Hodges, Director of Research, Office of Vice President of Research
• Shalay Jackson, Associate Teaching Professor, Field Subcommittee Member, College of Social Work
• Paige McKay Kubik, Director of Development, College of Social Work, FSU Foundation
• Jeff Lickson, Advisory Council, Stoops Center for Communities, Families, and Children    
• Lisa Magruder, Director, Florida Institute for Child Welfare
• Keithen Mathis, Associate Dean for Culture and Community Engagement, College of Social Work
• John Moore, Assistant Professor, Academic Affairs Committee Member and BSW Subcommittee Member, College of Social Work
• Yaacov Petscher, Associate Dean for Research, College of Social Work
• Melissa Radey, Associate Professor and Agnes Flaherty Stoops Professor in Child Welfare, College of Social Work
• Tanya Renn, Associate Professor, Faculty Affairs Committee Member, Research Committee Chair, College of Social Work
• Cherie Rowland, Alumna and Donor
• Malica Segura, Associate Director of Finance, University Business Administrators, College of Social Work
• Lauren Stanley, Research Faculty, College of Social Work
• Tawanna Williams, Program Manager - Field Education Office, College of Social Work

For questions about the search or to request an accommodation, contact Human Resources Administrator Amy Espinosa at amy.espinosa@fsu.edu.